February 2026 Adoptables
This blog post of February adoptables is going to be a long one!
The local shelter, WakeGov Pets, is closed for repairs, so I’ve opened up numerous dates for fosters to bring their pups to me for photos.
There are so many incredible, wonderful, and silly dogs looking for their forever home.
As always, if you see someone here that strikes your fancy, please reach out. You are welcome to share this post as well to help these animals gain more visibility. Every little thing helps!
Without further ado, here are the adorable animals I had the pleasure to meet and photograph as part of our February Foster Photo Day!
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NEHI - FREEDOM RIDE RESCUE
Coming soon to Freedom Ride Rescue!
D’ARTAGNAN - WAKEGOV PETS
D'Artagnan is a confident two-year-old with the loyalty, charm, and noble spirit of a true musketeer. He loves exploring the world, soaking up belly rubs, and being by your side as your devoted companion and little hero. He loves to cuddle. He is potty trained, sleeps well in his crate, rides well in the car. Very food motivated, so easy to train. Knows sit, working on other things now. A calm boy not hyper.
In playgroup, D'Artagnan showed that he's a chill, easygoing guy. He sauntered around greeting everyone politely, equally comfortable with males and females, but he wasn't much for roughhousing or high-energy play. He's pleasant, agreeable, and perfectly happy to take life at his own pace-more of a calm observer than an instigator of games.
Although he is Heartworm positive, it is treatable and not contagious. Friends of Wake County Animal Center has provided a $600 sponsorship to help cover the cost of treatment.
He is up to date on vaccinations, flea/tick and Heartworm prevention, is microchipped, and will be neutered prior to going home. If you have dogs or cats, we recommend slow introductions over time. If you have children in your home, we recommend supervision between animals and children at all times.
If you're interested in learning more about him, please reach out his foster mom at dogfosterkim@gmail.com.
BOOMER - CRISISDOGS NC
Meet Boomer — a 1-year-old, 16 lb Chihuahua mix with a tender heart, a playful streak, and a deep love for other dogs. With a medium energy level, he enjoys walks and playtime but is happiest when he has a confident canine companion by his side to help him feel safe.
Boomer is still working on potty and crate training and can be nervous with new people, especially in busy environments. He would do best in a calm, kid-free home with a patient, experienced owner who can offer gentle structure and isn’t away for long hours. Once he trusts you, his silly, affectionate personality shines — complete with zoomies, toy parades (especially his beloved Lamb Chop), and plenty of sweet snuggles.
WILBUR - LONGLEAF ANIMAL RESCUE
Wilbur is a very sweet, 5 year old hound. He loves dogs, cats and people. He is loyal and calm and has a wonderful sweet demeanor. He's crate trained and potty trained and good on a leash. He would be a wonderful family dog and would also love to be your front seat buddy on adventures!
MURPHY - WAKEGOV PETS
Murphy is an incredibly sweet girl, medium energy pup! She is house trained, potty trained, and crate trained. Sometimes she will bark or whine briefly when put in her crate, but she settles quickly. She is just as happy chasing a ball in the yard as she is snuggling up with a human for a nap! She walks well on leash but does pull some. She knows some basic commands. She has done well with her 2 foster kitty sisters but is still learning boundaries and that she has to respect their space. She will chase them but in a playful manner- we have been working on "leave it" and she's starting to catch on.
She has interacted on leash with a neutered male dog and did well, although has not had an official dog test. She has not had any interactions with children. Although she is incredibly sweet and snuggly- she does sometimes forget how big she is and thinks she's a lap dog, so a home with older kids might be best.
BETSY - WAKEGOV PETS
Coming soon to WakeGov Pets!
DUCK - PERFECTLY IMPERFECT PUPS
Duck might not actually waddle, but with a name like his, we’re leaning into the puns—and trust us, this guy is too good not to show off.
Currently thriving in a foster home with a professional trainer, Duck is soaking up all the good stuff: structure, skills, and confidence. He’s crate-trained, housebroken, and already knows the basics. More than that, he wants to learn—he’s eager to please, ridiculously smart, and bonds deeply with his people.
Duck would love an adult-only home with someone who appreciates a loyal sidekick who’s equal parts goofy and devoted. While he’s selective about his canine companions, he can potentially live with another dog—with slow, thoughtful introductions and a vibe check to make sure everyone’s on the same page. The best part? His trainer is happy to provide post-adoption support to help everyone get off on the right paw.
If you’ve been looking for a one-of-a-kind pup to share your home, your couch, and maybe your snacks… Duck is your guy.
Apply to foster or adopt through Perfectly Imperfect Pups today. Don’t let this quirky, loveable boy fly away.
